Microschools are small, multiage private schools that can be funded through private or ESA funds set up through the state of Arizona.

If you believe your child is a good fit according to the student traits and our philosophy on our philosophy page. Please see the application process below.

Enrollment & Application Process

Now accepting applications for Fall 2026

Step 1: Paper Screening

  • Application – Complete the application linked below.

  • If the applicant passes the paper screening, you will be invited to Step 2

Step 2: Parent/Guardian Interview & Application

  • After the application is reviewed, you will be emailed. If you are invited for an interview, you can pay the Application Fee ($50) linked below and to schedule an interview time

    • What to bring to the interview:

      • Portfolio of student work

        • It does not have to be extensive

        • Include examples of things your child does well and areas they may need more support in, report cards, etc.

      • Testing Documents (Not required but recommended):

        • Any gifted identification scores

        • Any special education documentation (504s IEPs, etc.)

      • Anything else that helps us get to know your child

  • If the applicant passes step 2, you will be invited to Step 3.

Step 3: Student Observation/Screening

  • Student Interview/Chat

    • We will have a chat with your child. This will take place on the same day as the Parent/Guardian Interview & Application (Step 2). (We will have chat with them after or during the interview.)

    • Students will be able to tour the facility and then join the class if avilable.

Step 4: Application Status

  • Upon review of application, including discussions with the Microschool Teacher, applicants will be notified of the enrollment decision

Application and registration links are on our Courses & Classes Page

ESA Funding

ESA funds allow any parent or guardian to fund education alternatives for their school-age child. This includes helping with private school tuition.

  • ESA Pays funds each quarter (July, October, January, & April)

  • ESA typically covers $6,800 per year, but that can vary based on age, as well as needs approved in an IEP

  • Any ESA/Classwallet charges may be added on to the tuition cost paid by the parent

  • If your child has diagnosed special needs, ESA may provide additional funding to pay for the support services they need.

For more information on the ESA program:

Payments/Fees

Application Fee – $50

  • Nonrefundable

  • Students do not have to reapply each year

  • Yearly Enrollment/Registration Fee – $250 Grades 2-8 and $350 Grades 9-12

    • This covers many of the enrollment costs (including ASU/High School) and some of the initial classroom materials to start each school year

    • Holds your child’s spot in the program

    • Due at the time of enrollment

    • Nonrefundable

  • Tuition

    • Billed monthly or quarterly

      • Grades 2-8: Hybrid Option (2-3 days per week) - $1250 per month (August-May)

      • Grades 2-8: Full Time (4 days per week) - $1750 per month (August – May)

      • Grades 9-12: $2,000 per month (August – May)

Additional Information, Costs, and Fees

  • The tuition funding amount is the minimum for us to be able to pay our staff, cover facilities, and run our unique program.

  • Additional ASD supports may require additional fees

  • We do have a beginning of the year supply list with supplies we ask families to provide. We do cover many supplies as well curriculum but we may also occasionally ask families to purchase supplies and materials for some projects and activities. Those will be communicated in advance and we appreciate anything our families can do. Field trips and outside of the school day activities will likely cost extra.

  • We understand this is a significant financial commitment. However, we hope that with the ESA funding it is achievable for all families. 

  • Families who choose the ESA funding option will have to pay the processing fees required by the ESA/Classwallet systems. This is typically around 2.04%

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